Corphish (ex3-54) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Corphish is a Common Pokémon card from the Dragon set, numbered 54. With 50 HP and the straightforward attack Beat, it offers simple, beginner-friendly gameplay for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attacks:
• Beat (10 damage, Water energy)
• Toxic Grip (Poison effect on Defending Pokémon, costs 2 Colorless energy)
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Corphish is from the ex Dragon set, identified by the set code ex3 and card number 54. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or promotional versions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Corphish card. Identification is straightforward through its set code (ex3), card number (54), and illustrator credit to Hisao Nakamura. The card’s Water type and Basic stage classification further assist in recognition.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and low HP suggest it was designed for early gameplay rather than competitive play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its common rarity and unknown release date, maintaining good condition can enhance its collector value over time.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Dragon (ex3): Corphish appears as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with modest HP and two straightforward attacks. This set focuses on Dragon-themed Pokémon, and Corphish adds a Water-type presence with a clean, classic illustration style by Hisao Nakamura.